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R257 FGC

1997 Aprilia Leonardo

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,743 mi
Last recorded25,743 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 FGC
MakeAprilia
ModelLeonardo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2013 25,743 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 21,584 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 17,293 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2010 6,867 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Leonardo?

Based on 1,143 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
1,145
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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R257 FGC is a 1997 Aprilia Leonardo in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Aprilia Leonardo fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Leonardo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia Leonardo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R257 FGC registered?

R257 FGC is a 1997 Aprilia Leonardo, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R257 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 FGC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R257 FGC have outstanding finance?

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